Attractions
If you think you know all there is to do in North Platte, you might be surprised. The landscape of things to do is always growing. Whether you're looking for family fun, a close-up railroad experience, a hands-on history lesson, or a reunion destination- North Platte is the place to be.
Buffalo Bill State Historical Park
It’s Buffalo Bill’s ranch, of course it gets his Buffalo of Approval. You don’t have to take his word for it, there’s tons of reasons this…
Lincoln County Historical Museum
See the heartwarming story of the North Platte Canteen at the Lincoln County Historical Museum.
Golden Spike Tower
Get the best view in the world of the world's largest rail yard.
Fort Cody Trading Post
Over the years roadside souvenir stands have been given a bad name, well this is one shop that’s worth the trip. It’s not just any souvenir…
Cody Park Railroad Museum
This hands-on museum gets Buffalo Bill’s Buffalo of Approval for having the only Challenger 3900 series steam locomotive on public display in…
Grain Bin Antique Town
One of the most unique antique shopping experiences.
Tanking
Dusty Trails gets Buffalo Bill’s coveted Buffalo of Approval for being a genius. It takes a genius to realize that the prefect vessel for a…
Horseback Riding & Trail Rides
You don’t have to be a master horseman to experience everything that North Platte has to offer. However, we do recommend facing forward.
Mountain Biking at Potter's Pasture
Ready to debunk the myth that Nebraska is flat and boring? Some of the best mountain bike trails in Nebraska can be found 3 miles south of…
Cody Go-Karts
Cody Go-Karts gets Buffalo Bill’s Buffalo of Approval. You know why? It’s because they offer a great variety of fun activities for the whole…
Sandhill Cranes
Every year, beginning in mid-February, hundreds of thousands of Sandhill Cranes migrate into the Platte River Valley in Lincoln County. They…
NEBRASKAland Days
NEBRASKAland Days is the largest event in the world…to receive Buffalo Bill’s coveted Buffalo of Approval.
WB's Fun Center
Bowling is fun, but WB's doesn’t get Buffalo Bill’s coveted Buffalo of Approval just for having some bowling lanes. No siree, WB’s is a great…
North Platte Area Children's Museum
The North Platte Area Children’s Museum gets Buffalo Bill’s Buffalo of Approval. It’s simple to see why, there’s a bunch of great activities…
Cody Park
You know why Cody Park, including the carousel and children’s rides, get the coveted Buffalo Bill’s Buffalo of Approval? Because they’re a…
The Vault: Escape Games of Nebraska
The Vault is North Platte's premier escape experience. Bring your team. Bring your brain. Play the Game. Do you have what it takes? Don't…
Fort McPherson National Cemetery
Nebraska’s oldest National Cemetery, Fort McPherson is the final resting place of veterans of the Spanish American War, Indian Wars, World…
20th Century Veterans Memorial
North Platte Canteen volunteers are memorialized by bronze statues.
Prairie Arts Center
There are lots of places where you can view other people’s artwork. But great art on display isn’t the sole reason that Prairie Arts Center…
Crystal Cave & Falls Adventure Mini Golf
The Crystal Cave and Falls Adventure Mini Golf course opened in the summer of 2023! It features a handmade cave, hand printed and stamped…
North Platte Community Playhouse
The North Platte Community Playhouse is an 851 seat performance venue housed at the historic Fox Theater in downtown North Platte. In…
Splash Pad at Memorial Park
The perfect place for small children to cool off on a hot summer day, the Betty Keenan Memorial splash pad is located right in Memorial Park…
Feather River Vineyard
Feather River Vineyard gets Buffalo Bill’s Buffalo of Approval for its quiet atmosphere, great wine, and beautiful scenery.
Pals Brewing Company
Pals Brewing Company has had Buffalo Bill’s Buffalo of Approval almost since the day they opened. Located on four acres just south of North…
Peg Leg Brewing
North Platte's newest brewery, Peg Leg Brewing, is getting rave reviews from their patrons.
Old Depot Vineyard & Winery
What was once the 1909 Gothenburg Union Pacific Depot has now been moved & restored into one of Nebraska's newest and most vibrant wineries…
Buffalo Bill Ranch
It’s Buffalo Bill’s ranch, of course it gets his Buffalo of Approval. You…
Sandhill Cranes
Each spring the most incredible migration event in the world passes through the North Platte…
Grain Bin Antique Town
As a man of taste and distinction it’s no wonder that Buffalo Bill does his shopping at Grain…
Golden Spike Tower
Anyone who’s ever loved the railroad or been interested in trains will instantly understand…
Trains & Railroads
North Platte has been central to the transcontinental Railroad since it has existed. From the…
Horseback Riding & Trail Rides
You don’t have to be a master horseman to experience everything that North Platte has to…
Cody Park
You know why Cody Park, including the carousel and children’s rides, get the coveted Buffalo…
Things To Do With Kids
You’ll need to keep up your strength for this adventure, so start out right with a visit…